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[Prerequisites](#prerequisites)\n  - [Installation](#installation)\n  - [Basic Usage](#basic-usage)\n  - [Example Commands](#example-commands)\n- [Error Handling](#error-handling)\n- [Security Notes](#security-notes)\n- [Contributing](#contributing)\n- [License](#license)\n- [FAQ](#faq)\n- [Support](#support)\n- [Acknowledgments](#acknowledgments)\n- [Contact](#contact)\n\n## Overview\n\nThis application provides a straightforward way to transfer files using the FTP protocol with a clean command-line interface. Built with C++, it offers robust file transfer capabilities while maintaining simplicity in usage.\n\n## Features\n\n- Simple command-line interface\n- Secure file uploads and downloads\n- Password-protected connections\n- Progress tracking for file transfers\n- Error handling with clear messages\n- Support for passive FTP mode\n- Compatible with standard FTP servers\n\n## Getting Started\n\n### Prerequisites\n\n- Windows operating system\n- [Visual C++ Redistributable (Latest Version)](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/2977003/the-latest-supported-visual-c-downloads)\n\n### Installation\n\n1. **Clone the Repository**\n   ```bash\n   git clone https://github.com/mbn-code/windows-socket-sender-ftp.git\n   ```\n2. **Navigate to the Project Directory**\n   ```bash\n   cd Windows-Socket-Sender-FTP\n   ```\n3. **Build the Application**\n   - Open the solution file in Visual Studio.\n   - Build the solution in Release mode.\n4. **Run the Executable**\n   - Navigate to the `Release` folder.\n   - Run the executable from the command line:\n     ```bash\n     WindowsSocketSenderFTP.exe\n     ```\n\n### Basic Usage\n\n1. **Open the Application**\n   ```bash\n   WindowsSocketSenderFTP.exe\n   ```\n2. **Enter Your FTP Server Details**\n   - **Server Address**\n   - **Username**\n   - **Password**\n3. **Select Your Operation**\n   - Type `upload` or `download` when prompted.\n4. **Choose Your File(s)**\n   - TODO: Provide the path to the file(s) you wish to transfer. ATM: It's hardcoded.\n5. **Monitor the Transfer Progress**\n   - Progress will be displayed in the command line interface.\n\n### Example Commands\n\n- **Upload a File to the Server**\n  ```bash\n  upload\n  ```\n- **Download a File from the Server**\n  ```bash\n  download\n  ```\n- **Delete Saved Server Credentials**\n  ```bash\n  delete\n  ```\n- **Connect to a New Server with New Credentials**\n  ```bash\n  connect\n  ```\n- **Exit the Program**\n  ```bash\n  exit\n  ```\n\n## Error Handling\n\nThe application provides clear error messages if something goes wrong:\n\n- **Connection Issues**\n  - Unable to reach the server.\n- **Authentication Failures**\n  - Incorrect username or password.\n- **File Transfer Problems**\n  - Issues during upload or download.\n- **Server Response Errors**\n  - Unexpected responses from the FTP server.\n\n## Security Notes\n\n- All passwords are handled securely.\n- Supports standard FTP security measures.\n- Implements proper connection encryption when available.\n\n## Contributing\n\nContributions are welcome! Please see [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for details on our code of conduct, and the process for submitting pull requests.\n\n## License\n\nThis project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.\n\n## FAQ\n\n**Q:** Does this application support SFTP?\n\n**A:** Currently, only standard FTP is supported. SFTP support is planned for a future release.\n\n**Q:** Can I transfer multiple files at once?\n\n**A:** Yes, you can specify multiple files or directories to transfer.\n\n**Q:** How do I enable passive mode?\n\n**A:** The application uses passive mode by default. No additional configuration is needed.\n\n## Support\n\nFor support, please open an [issue](https://github.com/mbn-code/Windows-Socket-Sender-FTP/issues)\n\n## Acknowledgments\n\n- **[Winsock API](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/winsock/windows-sockets-start-page-2)** - For network communication\n- **[Visual Studio](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/)** - Development environment\n\n## Contact\n\nCreated by [@mbn-code](https://github.com/mbn-code) - feel free to contact me!\n","project_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fmbn-code%2Fwindows-socket-sender-ftp","html_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/projects/github.com%2Fmbn-code%2Fwindows-socket-sender-ftp","lists_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fmbn-code%2Fwindows-socket-sender-ftp/lists"}